NEET 2007 Biology question

Which part of ovary in mammals acts as an endocrine gland after ovulation?

(1)Vitelline membrane
(2)Graafian follicleCorrect
(3)Stroma
(4)Germinal epithelium

Answer: (2)

Solution

After ovulation the ruptured Graafian follicle is transformed into the corpus luteum, a temporary endocrine gland that secretes progesterone (with some oestrogen) to maintain the endometrium for pregnancy. Before ovulation too, the follicle secretes oestrogen. So the

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